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CCS and DfE keep vital therapy going for children with severe learning disabilities
CCS and DfE helped Nexus Multi Academy Trust secure affordable energy for its schools during the cost-of-living crisis. The new energy solution means children with severe learning disabilities across Sheffield and Nottingham can continue to access vital swimming therapy. Swimming for children with severe learning disabilities Swimming is an important therapy in schools for children […]
Help shape our Construction Professional Services 2 agreement
We are looking for assessment support from our public sector customers for the Construction Professional Services 2 agreement (RM6356). This agreement will replace the existing Construction Professional Services agreement (RM6165). Assessors are an important part of the procurement process. In addition to playing an important role within CCS, becoming an assessor counts towards your corporate […]
Call for evaluators for the latest iteration of the Facilities Management and Security Services agreement
We are looking for evaluation support from our public sector customers for the newest iteration of the Facilities Management and Security Services agreement (RM6378). Invitation to tender (ITT) is launching in early September 2025. This is a great opportunity to assist cross-government commercial colleagues and be part of a group of experienced professionals. The evaluation […]
New workplace recycling rules in England: what suppliers need to know
The government’s ‘Simpler Recycling’ reforms were rolled out in March, introducing new requirements for businesses, local authorities, and households to ensure a more consistent approach to waste and recycling across England. The new rules aim to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill or for incineration and promote the circular economy. The circular economy […]
Our new CEO, Sam Ulyatt sets out her vision and priorities for CCS
Can you tell us a bit about yourself, your background and your journey to becoming CEO for Crown Commercial Service (CCS)? I started my working career as an apprentice in chemical manufacturing and so I didn’t ‘grow up’ in the civil service. I joined in 2016 – as a Commercial Director for CCS. Because I’d […]
£3.5 billion of central government spend given to small businesses last year
CCS, the UK’s biggest public procurement organisation, reported £3.52 billion (16.7%) of central government spend directly with 1,525 Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) over the last year, as we continue our goal to support SMEs. CCS publishes accounts for 2023/4 CCS today published its annual report and accounts for 2023/2024, which show the rise of […]
What is a ‘call-off’ contract and how to get the process right
NB: This article was originally published on 24 July 2024. All information was correct at the time of writing, but may not be fully applicable following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. What is a call-off? We know that public sector procurement terminology can be confusing. We often get asked by buyers and suppliers […]